20 June 2025
Vodacom has announced a R100 million investment to extend its network coverage in the rural regions of KwaZulu-Natal province. The initiative involves the deployment of 106 new telecom towers, with the goal of reaching hundreds of thousands of additional subscribers in underserved communities.
This move is part of Vodacom’s broader Rural Acceleration Program, which aims to enhance network access across South Africa’s deep rural areas. The company emphasizes that this effort complements its ongoing five-year, R60 billion investment plan announced in April 2023, focused on improving rural connectivity, bridging the digital divide, and promoting financial inclusion outside urban centres.
Find out moreOrange Egypt and Huawei to accelerate 5G deployment and digital transformation in Egypt
19 June 2025
In a major development for Egypt’s telecommunications sector, Orange Egypt and Huawei have officially announced a strategic partnership aimed at deploying advanced 5G technology to support the country’s ongoing digital transformation.
This collaboration is set to harness emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, robotics, augmented reality, and virtual reality, paving the way for the development of smart ecosystems including smart cities and the Internet of Things (IoT). The initiative promises to enhance user experiences for both consumers and businesses alike.
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TCCA appoints new TETRA interoperability certification partner
19 June 2025
TCCA’s world-leading TETRA Interoperability (IOP) testing and certification process underpins the ongoing success of the TETRA standard, and the independence of the process ensures the ongoing strength of the market. TCCA is pleased to announce the appointment of DEKRA, the world's largest independent, non-listed expert organisation in the field of standards-based testing, inspection and certification, as the new TETRA Certification Body that will oversee the IOP testing process and issue the certificates.
Find out more Malawian MNOs to launch subscriber verification in July 2025
17 June 2025
Malawian telecom operators are set to launch a campaign to verify their subscriber base. The Malawi Communications Regulatory Authority (MACRA) announced that the regulations governing this process are nearing finalization.
Under the new rules, the national identity card will be the sole document accepted for SIM card registration. Each individual will be limited to a maximum of ten SIM cards per mobile operator, while businesses may register up to 30 SIM cards per network — though these limits may be revised as needed. The regulations also include provisions for special cases, such as minors, whose SIM cards can be registered by their parents or guardians.
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